Author Dr. Jay Bansal

About Dr. Jay Bansal

Santa Rosa Ophthalmologist Jay Bansal, MD, medical director of LaserVue Eye Center is a nationally recognized Refractive Surgery specialist. Dr. Bansal is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and the Council for Refractive Surgery Quality Assurance. Recognized as a VISX Star Surgeon and one of “America’s Top Ophthalmologists” by Consumers’ Research Council, Dr. Bansal was among the first eye surgeons in California to perform the LASIK procedure. His career is dedicated to the research, teaching, and practice of advanced vision correction techniques. He has performed over 18,000 successful LASIK procedures and is certified as a trainer to other surgeons on both the VISX™ STAR and IntraLase™ Femtosecond laser systems. Dr. Bansal was the first eye surgeon in Northern California to offer the Wavelight Allegretto excimer laser to Bay Area LASIK patients. As a renowned San Francisco ophthalmologist, Dr. Bansal lectures frequently on vision correction both nationally and internationally.

Blog posts by Dr. Jay Bansal

11
Mar

The Tecnis Symfony™ Intraocular Lens

The Tecnis Symfony IOL is a great option for Cataract Surgery Patients

Enhance Your Vision After Cataract Surgery With the Tecnis Symfony™ IOL By the age of 80, over half of Americans will have experienced a cataract, the buildup of proteins in your eye’s natural lens that hardens and clouds your vision. Laser cataract surgery replaces this compromised natural lens with a new, artificial intraocular lens (IOL)...

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1
Feb

AcrySof® IQ Vivity® Intraocular Lens

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The AcrySof® IQ Vivity® Intraocular Lens is the first premium lifestyle IOL designed with extended vision technology.

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1
Feb

Alcon PanOptix Trifocal Intraocular Lens

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Learn about the revolutionary benefits of the Alcon PanOptix® Trifocal Intraocular Lens, and how this advanced technology can redefine your quality of vision after cataract surgery.

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28
Jan

See the Signs: What Are The Symptoms of Age-Related Eye Conditions?

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Learn about the four most common age-related eye conditions and their symptoms, to help you spot them before any permanent damage occurs.

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19
Jan

6 New Year’s Resolutions ZEISS SMILE Vision Correction Can Help You Keep

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Learn how ZEISS SMILE Laser Vision Correction has already improved the quality of life for many LaserVue patients and how this life-changing procedure could benefit you in 2021.

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29
Dec

Why is Corneal Thickness Important to LASIK?

How Cornea Size Affects Your Candidacy for LASIK Eye Surgery

Learn why assessing your corneal thickness is an essential step in the LASIK laser eye surgery screening process.

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16
Dec

When Should I See an Ophthalmologist?

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Visiting your ophthalmologist plays an important part in maintaining your overall health. But when should you see an ophthalmologist? We’ve outlined five instances when you should schedule an appointment.

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19
Nov

5 Common LipiFlow Treatment Questions Answered

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At LaserVue Eye Center, we proudly offer LipiFlow treatments, as the leading therapy for MGD and dry eyes. Learn more about this revolutionary dry eye treatment and some of the many questions we receive from patients about Lipiflow.

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12
Nov

What is Visian ICL?

The Tecnis Symfony IOL is a great option for Cataract Surgery Patients

Learn more about the Visian ICL refractive implant surgery and the life-changing vision correction this advanced technology offers.

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2
Nov

Is There an Alternative to LASIK Eye Surgery?

Ophthalmologist explaining how the eye heals from different LASIK alternative laser vision correction surgeries

If your ophthalmologist has determined you are not a candidate for LASIK, or you are interested in learning about different types of refractive surgery options, this guide is for you. Learn more about the LASIK alternatives available at LaserVue Eye Center.

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26
Oct

What is Custom LASIK Eye Surgery?

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Learn more about the life-changing benefits of custom LASIK eye surgery and the most advanced laser vision correction technology available at LaserVue Eye Center.

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30
Sep

ZEISS SMILE Eye Surgery Recovery Timeline

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Learn more about what to expect while recovering from ZEISS SMILE surgery and follow these aftercare tips for optimal vision results.

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17
Sep

Standard vs. Advanced Intraocular Lens Implants

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Learn more about the different types of Intraocular Lens (IOL) implants we offer following cataract surgery at LaserVue Eye Center.

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11
Sep

All About Vision Article Features Dr. Jay Bansal’s Expert Insight on LASIK

All About Vision highlights Dr. Bansal as an expert in LASIK and includes his insights in their latest article “How much does LASIK surgery cost in 2020?”.

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31
Aug

Can My Vision Change After Having Cataract Surgery?

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Learn more about how Dr. Bansal uses advanced laser technology to permanently remove cataracts and restore clear vision during surgery.

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